CHANGZHOU, China, Aug. 31 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Trina Solar Limited (NYSE: TSL) ("Trina Solar" or the "Company"), a leading integrated manufacturer of solar photovoltaic products founded in 1997, is pleased to announce the test production of its new multicrystalline modules, with power output ranging from 180 watts (W) to 220W.
The new multicrystalline product line has been designed to complement Trina Solar's existing portfolio of high quality monocrystalline modules. The new multicrystalline modules, produced from Trina Solar's own ingots, wafers, and cells contain sixty 156mm x 156mm cells, which provide higher power, increased exposure to sunlight as well as improved stability.
"Trina Solar is very excited to begin the test production of multicrystalline modules of up to 220W. We can provide our customers with a wider selection of solutions by adapting our product range to meet market demands," remarked Mr. Arturo Herrero, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Trina Solar. "Trina Solar's background as a manufacturer of high quality solar modules will contribute to the continued development of the European PV sector".
This product will be an important step for Trina Solar as it continues to expand its brand globally, especially in strategic markets such as Spain, Germany and Italy.
A sample of this new multicrystalline module will be on display at Trina Solar's booth (Hall 20, booth H4) at the 22nd EUPVSEC Exhibition from 3rd to 6th September 2007 in Milan, Italy.
About Trina Solar Limited
Trina Solar is a well-recognized manufacturer of high quality solar PV modules and has a long history as a solar photovoltaic (PV) pioneer since it was founded in 1997 as a system installation company. Trina Solar is one of the few PV manufacturers that have developed a vertically integrated business model from the production of ingots, wafers and cells to the assembly of high quality modules. This integrated value chain helps to ensure that high quality products can be delivered to end customers around the globe including Germany, Spain and Italy. The Company's solar modules provide reliable and environmentally-friendly electric power for residential, commercial, industrial and other applications worldwide. Trina Solar successfully completed its initial public offering in the New York Stock Exchange in December 2006 and its ADSs are traded under the ticker symbol TSL. For further information, please visit the Company's website at http://www.trinasolar.com .
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